Excessive screen time fuels surge in mental health concerns: Minister
Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Cultural Affairs Pratikno has warned that excessive screen time among ...
Junta Seizes on US Move to End Protected Status for Myanmar Nationals
Analysts say the regime seeks to turn Trumps decision to scrap TPS for Myanmar citizens living in the US into an endorsement of the juntas widely condemned election.
Over 70 thousand legal aid posts established in 24 provinces: minister
The Indonesian government has so far established 70,115 Legal Aid Posts (Posbankum) across villages in 24 provinces, ...
Imran Khan's sisters demand probe into 'brutal' police assault on them outside Pakistans Adiala Jail
At the age of 71, I was seized by my hair, thrown violently to the ground, and dragged across the road, sustaining visible injuries, one of the sisters wrote in a letter to the police chief in Pakistans Punjab
Israel has handed over 15 more Palestinian bodies, hospital officials in Gaza say
With the latest swap, Israel has sent back to Gaza a total of 345 Palestinian bodies since the exchanges started last month, according to the Gaza Health Ministry
Permanent Sekolah Rakyat infrastructure to be finished mid-2026: govt
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf aims to complete the construction of 104 permanent Sekolah Rakyat ...
50 thousand families voluntarily leave social aid program: minister
Some 50 thousand families have voluntarily pulled out from the social aid program after acknowledging that they are now ...
ASDP corruption acquittal process awaits presidential order: minister
Law and Human Rights Minister Supratman Andi Agtas said on Wednesday that the acquittal process for three defendants in ...
Ministry inaugurates 860 teachers to strengthen Sekolah Rakyat
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf on Wednesday inaugurated 860 teachers for Sekolah Rakyat schools, a ...
Minister backs Bali's move to curb productive land conversion
Indonesia's Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning Nusron Wahid on Wednesday voiced support for ...
East Kalimantan develops Sacha Inchi for nutrition, biofuel
East Kalimantans Regional Research and Innovation Agency (BRIDA) is partnering with private companies to develop ...
BNPB prioritizes aid for flood, landslide victims in West Sumatra
The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) said it is prioritizing the fulfillment of needs for victims of floods, ...
Climate Change Bill to include carbon integrity monitoring: Ministry
The Ministry of Environment confirmed that a mechanism for monitoring and safeguarding Indonesias carbon ...
Govt to bring national internship participants to 100,000 in Batch 3
The Indonesian Ministry of Manpower is targeting the number of participants in the government's National Internship ...
Govt pushes carbon scheme to restore 12 million hectares critical land
The Indonesian government conveyed its readiness to collaborate with various parties to support forest and land ...
ASEAN-COCI shows region's cultural diversity: Minister Zon
Minister of Culture Fadli Zon underscored the strategic role of the 60th Meeting of the ASEAN Committee on Culture and ...
Gov't fulfills needs of health workers to ensure accessible healthcare
The Ministry of Health has reaffirmed its commitment to fulfilling the needs of health human resources to ensure ...
Myanmars Ruby Town Braces for Return of Junta in China-Brokered Handover
Residents flee as the Taang National Liberation Army clears resistance allies from Mogoke and prepares to escort regime forces into the town.
Gov't ensures sufficient fuel, LPG stocks for year-end holidays
Deputy Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Yuliot Tanjung confirmed that fuel oil and LPG (Liquefied ...
India suffer heaviest defeat as SA complete series sweep
South Africa hand India their heaviest defeat by runs to complete a compelling 2-0 series sweep in Guwahati on Wednesday.
West Sumatra declares disaster emergency amid floods, landslides
West Sumatra province has declared a disaster emergency response from November 25 to December 8, 2025, after floods, ...
Help Us Investigate Seized Scam Compound, Karen Rebels Urge Intl Community
The Karen National Union says it needs the worlds help in managing the investigation and dissolution of a scam compound that unexpectedly fell into its hands last Friday.
Indonesia scales up training to deploy skilled workers to Europe
Indonesias Ministry of Migrant Worker Protection on Wednesday launched a plate-welder training program for ...
India and China trade barbs after passenger detained at Shanghai airport
Pema Wangjom Thongdok's detention at Shanghai aiport has fuelled a diplomatic row between Delhi and Beijing.
RI President outlines three directives to improve athlete welfare
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has ordered three major measures to improve athlete welfare, including ...
RI pushes nature-based solutions in forestry sector, dy minister says
Indonesia is advancing nature-based solutions in its forestry sector to strengthen the economic value of carbon and ...
Imec Strengthens Its Global Presence with New Regional Research & Development Hub in Qatar
New research facility, set to open in early 2026, will function as a central hub in the Gulf region for advanced ...
RI Govt speeds up building free meal kitchen in outermost regions
Indonesias Ministry of Home Affairs said it is accelerating the rollout of Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) kitchens, ...
Death toll rises to 33 due to floods in southern Thailand
Authorities say 33 people have died across seven provinces, with causes including flash floods, electrocution and drowning, says government spokesman Siripong Angkasakulkiat
Putin says authorities must 'strengthen' Russian identity in Ukraine
Putin has long cast doubt on Ukraines historical identity as distinct from Russia
U.K. ban on pro-Palestine group under scrutiny in court
The group had increasingly targeted Israel-linked companies in Britain with 'direct action', often blocking entrances, smashing windows or spraying red paint at businesses
Minister urges Indonesian MSMEs to focus on quality, competitiveness
Indonesias Cooperatives and MSME Minister Maman Abdurrahman said the main challenge for the countrys ...
IPB University urged to be national hub for agricultural innovation
Indonesias Deputy Agriculture Minister Sudaryono called on IPB University to strengthen its role as a national ...
Myanmar Election Not Free or Credible: Thai Foreign Minister
Sihasak Phuangketkeow called for Daw Aung San Suu Kyis release and warned that the juntas election cannot be considered legitimate.
FDI flowing to manufacturing as RI accelerates industrialization
Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita said foreign direct investment (FDI) flows are increasingly shifting ...
Forum in Vietnam calls for boosting globalization of traditional Chinese medicine
Recently, The 21st International Congress on Luobing Theory Overseas Forum was held in Hanoi, Vietnam, aiming to ...
BNPB suggests centralized Semeru evacuation centers modeled on Merapi
Head of the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB), Suharyanto, suggested that the regional government establish a ...
Indonesian Navy nabs drug courier arriving from Malaysia
The Indonesian Navy has arrested a suspected drug courier and seized a modified bag filled with crystal methamphetamine ...
Fruitful Results of the Two Countries, Twin Parks Project, the Blooming Flower of Friendship
On November 18, the China-Indonesia Two Countries, Twin Parks Science and Technology Innovation Center was ...
Office of the Organizing Committee of the 3rd Overseas Chinese Talent Conference for Development Fuzhou, China ...
At least 10 killed, six missing after landslips and flash floods strike Indonesias Sumatra
Torrential rains have unleashed flash floods and triggered landslides on Indonesias Sumatra island, killing at least 10 people and leaving six others missing
Hegseth to visit Dominican Republic amid U.S.-Venezuela row
The Pentagon confirmed the visit, which comes as U.S. President Donald Trump ramps up pressure on his Venezuelan counterpart and arch-foe Nicolas Maduro, accused by Washington of heading a drug cartel.
U.S. envoy coached Putin aide on how Russian leader should pitch Trump on Ukraine peace plan: Report
President Donald Trumps chief interlocutor with the Russian government last month advised a senior aide to Vladimir Putin on how the Russian leader should go about pitching the U.S. president on a Ukraine peace plan
Japan scrambles aircraft over suspected China drone near Taiwan
The drone was spotted off Japans Yonaguni, an island where Tokyo is planning to deploy missiles in a move that has angered Beijing
Four more arrested in $102 million Louvre jewel heist, says Paris prosecutor
The two men and two women taken into custody are from the Paris region and range in age from 31 to 40; DNA from three of them has been found at the scene or on items linked to the robbery
Indonesian VP briefs President Prabowo on G20 Summit outcomes
Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka briefed President Prabowo Subianto on Tuesday regarding his visit to ...
Indonesia bolsters family planning for balanced birth rates
President Prabowo Subianto's administration is strengthening the family planning program to control population ...
10 kidnapped as mass abductions shake Nigeria
Last week, armed gangs also seized more than 300 children from a Catholic school in Nigerias north-central Niger state, 25 schoolgirls from another school in the northwestern state of Kebbi, and 13 girls in the eastern state of Borno
President Prabowo grants rehabilitation in ASDP corruption case
President Prabowo Subianto has granted rehabilitation to three individuals found guilty in the corruption case ...
Indonesia's MBG program reaches over 3 million beneficiaries
Indonesias Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and non-preschool ...
Amnesty accuses Sudanese paramilitary group RSF of committing war crimes in Darfur city of el-Fasher
The RSF, which has been at war with the Sudanese military for more than 2 years, seized el-Fasher late in October after more than an 18-month siege
Gig workers regulations essential to end vulnerability: minister
The Manpower Minister, Yassierli, stressed the importance of regulations for gig workers, who have historically been in ...
Prabowos electric pedicab aid to benefit 5,000 elderly drivers: GSN
President Prabowo Subianto's electric pedicab donation program is expected to benefit about 5,000 elderly drivers ...
Queen Maxima meets Solo batik maker to discuss financial inclusion
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands discussed financial access with a batik maker in Solo, Central Java, on Tuesday during ...
Accessible care crucial for universal health coverage: minister
Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin emphasized that good access to healthcare iscritical to achieving Universal ...
House Speaker highlights need for guidelines to handle school bullying
Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR), Puan Maharani underscored the need for clear guidelines to address ...
England face debutants Italy at 2026 T20 World Cup
England will face tournament debutants Italy at the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup while defending champions India and Pakistan will renew their rivalry in the group stage.
National Teachers' Day: Welfare remains a persistent national concern
Music legend Iwan Fals, through his song Guru Oemar Bakrie, highlighted an issue that continues to ...
Jakarta bans trade and consumption of dog, cat meat
Governor Pramono Anung announced Jakarta has officially prohibited the trade and consumption of dog and cat meat ...
Indonesia pushes equitable early childhood education in Papua
An Indonesian education official has underscored the importance of strengthening the early childhood education ...
Minister honors teachers as pillars of national education
Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar expressed his respect for teachers across Indonesia, describing them as the ...
Watch: As Bangladesh seeks Sheikh Hasinas extradition, what does the India-Bangladesh treaty say?
The interim government of Bangladesh has sent a letter to the Indian Ministry of External Affairs seeking Sheikh Hasinas extradition. What are the terms of the extradition treaty between the two countries?
Indonesian Navy prepares three hospital ships for Gaza mission
The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) has readied three hospital assistance ships for deployment on a peacekeeping and ...
Indonesia's free meals program key to smart generation: Minister
Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasandescribed the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program as a ...
Maternal death: Indonesia stresses emergency care needs no referral
The Indonesian government has reiterated that emergency medical cases do not require referrals, following the death of ...
TNLA Pushes Resistance Allies Out of Mogoke, Mongmit Ahead of Myanmar Junta Handover
The Taang National Liberation Army is clearing a path for regime forces to reclaim towns lost during Operation 1027, under an agreement brokered by China.
Belarus Dictator to Visit Myanmar
President Aleksandr Lukashenko is to visit Naypyitaw in the near future, the junta announces is a seeming bid to lend international legitimacy to its planned polls.
Indonesia pushes collateral-free microfinance for creative industry
Indonesia's Coordinating Ministry for Community Empowerment has proposed an inclusive microfinancing scheme for ...
Minister says seizure of illegal imported rice coordinated with Aceh
Indonesia's Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman said he has coordinated directly with Aceh Governor Muzakir ...
Indonesia to open 150 residency programs to ease specialist shortages
Indonesia plans to open 150 new medical residency programs to produce more specialist doctors and improve their ...
Indonesia's Navy prepares 5,000 personnel for Gaza peacekeeping force
Indonesia's Navy (TNI-AL) plans to deploy about 5,000 personnel as part of a proposed 20,000-strong peacekeeping ...
TNI sets criteria for commander of Indonesias Gaza Peacekeepers
The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) has said that the officer who will lead its peacekeeping troop for ...
Tensions Remain High Around Lashio After Handover to Junta
Kokang rebels and the Myanmar junta engage in tit for tat in Lashio Township, blocking roads and reinforcing their positions.
Gaza mission's complexity spurs TNI to pick three-star commander
Indonesias military has ruled that its planned peacekeeping force for Gaza must be led by a three-star general, ...
Indonesia eyes UAE for expanded migrant worker placements
Indonesia is exploring opportunities to expand migrant worker placements in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), aligning ...
Indonesia targets January 2026 for PTA with Tunisia
Indonesian Trade Minister Budi Santoso announced that the IndonesiaTunisia Preferential Trade Agreement (IT-PTA) ...
-Lubrizol, a global leader in specialty chemicals, today hosted its first Asia-Pacific Innovation Summit in Shanghai. ...
Myanmar NUG Probes Its PMs Office Secretary Over Corruption Claim
Staff members have accused Daw Kyi Pyar and her husband of running the PMs Office like a family business.
What Is Behind the Dramatic Events at Shwe Kokko?
As the junta rounds up thousands of foreigners in Shwe Kokko, our editors consider the brief but eventful history of the notorious online scam hub.
Lianlian DigiTech Launches Overseas Business Headquarters in Hong Kong
OnNovember 18, 2025, Lianlian DigiTech announced the establishment of its Overseas Business Headquarters ...
UK minister flags visa 'abuse' as student asylum claims surge
More than 14,000 students on study visas sought asylum this year to June 2025 according to Home Office figures.
The US termination of protection for at-risk people from Myanmar contradicts virtually all credible reporting on the countrys conflict and the juntas abuses.
RI Govt probes death of pregnant woman allegedly denied care in Papua
Indonesias health ministry said Tuesday it will send a team to Papua to investigate the deaths of a pregnant ...
Indonesia, Greece strengthen maritime security cooperation
Indonesias Maritime Security Agency (Bakamla) Chief Admiral Irvansyah signed a maritime security cooperation ...
UBTECH has begun mass production and delivery of the first batch of several hundred full-size industrial humanoid ...
Trump Ends US Protected Status for Myanmar Nationals
The administration claimed governance and stability were improving and cited free and fair elections planned by the junta; the decision drew immediate condemnation.
Shanghai Partners with Agoda to Launch Exclusive Hotel Booking Offer for Travelers
To attract more international visitors and solidify its position asChina'sleading inbound tourism ...
Ministry, police sign MoU on restorative justice for teachers
Indonesias Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education and the National Police (Polri) signed a memorandum of ...
Indonesian SAR teams search for 11 crew of sunken fishing boat
Ambon Office. A SAR team aboard KN SAR 242 Bharata departed Pelabuhan Tehoru at 08:00 a.m local time, heading to ...
Indonesian troops seize 21.9 kg of meth near RI-Malaysia border
Indonesian border security forces foiled a methamphetamine smuggling attempt, seizing 21.9 kilograms of the drug at Pos ...
